Delphi SA10001 XM SKYFi Boombox
From Delphi Products
Designed for the Delphi XM SKYFi Radio, this portable satellite radio boom box allows you to listen to XM everywhere. PRODUCT FEATURES:Incredible digital quality sound to go!Power delivered via A / C adaptor cord or six 'D' Cell batteries (batteries not included).Antenna, remote control and molded handle included in $229 Audio System Package.Perfect for the beach, park, home, office, dorm room, and more.The SKYFi Receiver also connects easily to any existing vehicle or home stereo with purchase of a Vehicle Cassette Adapter (SA10002), FM Modulator (SA10003) or Home Adaptor Kit (SA10004).
- Amazon Sales Rank: #5914 in Consumer Electronics
- Brand: Delphi
- Model: SA10001
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 9.00" h x 23.00" w x 7.00" l, 5.00 pounds
With the Delphi XM SKYFi Boombox (model SA10001), you can take the XM satellite radio network with you wherever you roam--from the beach to a party and back home where you can use it as a bookshelf system. Just insert the Delphi XM SKYFi radio receiver (model SA10000) into the Boombox dock, and you're ready to go.
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| The SKYFi radio receiver inserts neatly into the SKYFi Boombox for satellite radio wherever you want to take it. |
The convenient, portable SKYFi Boombox offers great sound with dual-cone stereo speakers (also referred to as full-range speakers), featuring a great range of lows and highs. The SKYFi Boombox is powered by a 12-volt AC adapter (included) or six D batteries.
You'll get a clear XM reception with the included high-gain antenna, which transmits the radio signal to a highly focused area. The 20-foot cable can be easily positioned for optimal reception, from sitting on a tabletop to mounting on a wall. It is recommended that the antenna be positioned near a south-facing window or outdoors with a clear view of the southeastern sky in order to receive the satellite signal. In some cases, it will be possible to receive XM's signal through standard home walls or a roof. When you're on the go with the SKYFi Boombox, the antenna attaches conveniently to the back of the Boombox.
Other features include:
- Headphone mini-jack
- Integrated carrying handle
- Volume control (treble and bass settings controlled by XM SKYFi radio receiver)
What Is XM Satellite Radio?
XM Satellite Radio was the first satellite radio service to be offered in the U.S. It features a state-of-the-art broadcast center in Washington, D.C., two Boeing 702 satellites (providing 18 kW of power--the most powerful commercial satellites ever built), and approximately 800 terrestrial repeaters located throughout the continental United States for seamless transmission. Service is not available in Hawaii or Alaska.
XM Satellite Radio offers 101 channels, including 70 music channels, over 35 of which are commercial-free, and 31 news, sports, talk, and children's channels, broadcast coast to coast in digital quality. Basic service is available for a monthly subscription fee of $9.99, with premium channel(s) available at an additional monthly cost. Under the XM Family plan, subscribers get a discounted rate of $6.99 per month for additional radios.
XM's programming partners include Sesame Workshop, NASCAR, Associated Press, ABC News, CNBC, CNET, BBC World Service and BBC Concerts, Radio One, CNN/Sports Illustrated, Hispanic Broadcast Corporation, Disney, and ESPN.
What's in the Box
Delphi SKYFi Boombox (SA10001), XM high-gain home antenna with attached 20-foot cord, AC power adapter with 6-foot cord, and installation and operation guide.
Annoyances outweigh the positives
As others have noted:
PROS:
Decent sound, long antenna cord (20'), compact design, clean aesthetics.
CONS:
Flimsy volume control, antenna can't be attached without removing the battery compartment cover, and VERY ANNOYING high pitched hum that makes you think you're listening to AM radio. Unless you are willing to put up with this and need the portability, you're better off buying a home adpater and running the receiver through your home audio setup.
XM Just Keeps Getting Better
Okay, the boombox doesn't offer sound quality as good as that of a good home stereo system. That's not the point; it allows you to take the XM programming with you, where ever you go, and frankly, no other satellite product does that.
As to other reviewers' remarks about "digital artifacts" -- that's utter nonsense -- any such "artificats" certainly do not orginate with the boom box. I have the Sky Fi connected to my high-end stereo and the sound quality is superb -- not quite as good as CDs, but better than any other media. When I move the SkyFi unit to my boombox, I expect to get boombox quality sound, NOT home-stereo quality.
If I have a complaint it is that the antenna is a pain because it attaches to the back. It would be better placed on the top so the boombox would be able to receive signal regardless of orientation. This isn't a real problem, just a minor annoyance.
Delphi has done a great job of creating a true portable system -- car, home, and on the go -- and the boombox is an essential element of it.
Super Unit - 100+ stations anywhere - WOW
I bought my first XM 3-4 months ago and love it. I enjoy having the cable news at my finger tips and endless static free music where ever I go. The first thing I noticed was that all the chatter from the local radio adds and DJs was gone. Ahhh! what a relief. My only frustration was that I couldn't take this format with me; my old boombox was burdened with the same old adds and limited format. I'm thrilled Delphi has brought this out; I the tunner, car kit and boom box yesterday. My Sony, though very good is going to ebay. I've traded up.
Delphi has solved the problem with a product that is very well engineered. The sound of this boom box is very full. The tunner is great; love the all the display info and options. The satellite antenna wire stores inside the base (in case you don't need to run it to a window .. which I haven't had to do yet .. maybe when we go out of town).
I'm very pleased.
